Epilepsy
True or False (justify your answer): Epilepsy is curable
False, it's treatable
Name 2 of the 7 symptoms of seizures mentioned
Staring
Jerking movements of the arms and legs
Stiffening of the body
Loss of consciousness
Breathing problems
Loss of bladder control
Falling suddenly for no apparent reason
True or False (justify): Caffeine is the #1 most consumed drug in the world
True
Epilepsy is caused by abnormal __________ activity in the brain.
electrical
EXTRA POINTS!!
YAY
Give 2 examples of where caffeine can be found
Soda
Coffee beans
Tea leaves
Cocoa
What is the most common test to diagnose epilepsy?
Electroencephalogram
Name the 4 steps of helping someone who is seizing
Step #1: Make sure to catch them when they fall
Step #2: Protect their head at all costs
Step #3: Turn them on their side to prevent saliva or vomit being inhaled
Step #4: Time the seizure, if it lasts more than 5 minutes, call 911
Caffeine increases alertness by releasing more _______ and _______
dopamine and adrenaline